Patient's question:
My child is over three years old. Recently, I have been weaning my son, and every time my breasts get engorged, I express the milk. I have already done it twice, and it feels too painful. I was wondering if eating cabbage can help with weaning?Doctor's answer:
Women who eat cabbage postpartum generally do not experience a reduction in milk production. Women who want to wean can consume foods like malt and chives to help with milk reduction. During the weaning process, it is important to avoid foods that promote milk production. For example, various soups may increase milk production. It is best to avoid these foods during weaning. During the weaning process, women should pay attention to the fact that if there is a large amount of milk residue in the breasts, milk should be expressed to prevent breast blockage caused by milk accumulating for a long time, which may lead to conditions such as mastitis and affect the health of the postpartum woman.